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Hotel Balandra Manta, Manta

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About the Hotel

Avenida 7 Calle 20, Manta, Ecuador

Hotel Balandra stands as an iconic establishment in Manta, Ecuador, known for its unique blend of traditional bungalows and modern suites. This beachfront hotel features a tropical setting, offering guests easy access to Murciélago Beach, one of the area's most popular destinations. With a focus on personalized attention and high-quality amenities, the hotel caters to both romantic getaways and family vacations. Its distinctive architecture combines 26 traditional bungalows with 31 luxurious suites, enhancing its appeal among visitors.

Location

Situated in the heart of Manta, Hotel Balandra is conveniently located near the Mall del Pacifico and various shopping areas. It is just 6 miles away from Manta's city center and offers free airport shuttle service for guests. Guests can easily explore attractions like Murciélago Beach and Cerro El Cabuya, maximizing their experience of the region's natural beauty. Public transportation options are accessible, making it simple for visitors to navigate around the area.

Rooms

All guestrooms at Hotel Balandra include air conditioning, minibars, and LED televisions. The double rooms feature private balconies with either garden or sea views, ensuring a comfortable stay. Each room offers modern amenities such as safety deposit boxes and private bathrooms equipped with showers and complimentary toiletries. Various bungalows also provide spacious outdoor areas, creating a tranquil environment amid colorful tropical gardens.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy a range of international cuisine at El Faro, the hotel's onsite restaurant, which features both a bar and a lounge area. A complimentary breakfast buffet is served daily, providing a variety of local and international dishes. Dining at El Faro promises an experience of unique culinary flavors, sourced from fresh local ingredients. The quality and variety of the menu reflect the rich gastronomic traditions of the Manabí region.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Balandra provides a variety of recreational spaces for guests, including a fitness center and a full-service spa that offers massage treatments. For families, there is a children's playroom and playground available on-site. The hotel also features business facilities, including a business center and meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 400 guests. There is complimentary wired internet access and newspapers available in the lobby for guests' convenience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room
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2 persons
40 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Garden view
Shower
Balcony
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Queen Room
Max:
2 persons
30 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Sea view
Shower
Balcony
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Family Bungalow
Max:
5 persons
50 m² 
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3 Single beds
Garden view
Shower
Balcony
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Getting around

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City Center
Manta 1.2 mi
Airports
Manta (MEC) 5.6 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Massage
  • Public Bath

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Avenida 7 Calle 20, Manta, Ecuador
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Avenida 7 Calle 20, Manta, Ecuador
Nearby
Manta
Malecon Escenico Murcielago
1100 ft
Museums
Museo Centro Cultural Manta
700 ft
Manta
Banco Central Del Ecuador
700 ft
Manta
Malecon Playa Murcielago
1400 ft
Restaurants
El Faro
100 ft
Avenida 7 y Calle 20
Chanton Chanton
900 ft
Av Circunvalacion Corner with Calle 23
La Dolce Vita
1500 ft
Playa del murcielago local 16
Ohmar Restaurante
1400 ft
Avenida Flavio Reyes y Calle 20 en Manta Beach Comber
Fish Cevicheria
1400 ft
Calle 17 Avenida 7 esquina. Barrio Córdoba
El Navegante Restaurant
2000 ft
Av. Malecon Calle 15 y 16 Junto a La Capitania del Puerto
Neruson Sushi
2600 ft
Avenida 23 y Calle 17 Esquina Ciudadela Universitaria

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
86%
liked the hotel and would stay again
8.6/10
Great
Rooms
8.3
Location
9.1
Service
8.7
Dining
7.7
Guest reviews
8.6/10
based on 20 reviews
9.6
9.6/10 based on 378 reviews
William
United States of America, January  2025
8.0/10

I recently stayed at this hotel and was really impressed with the spacious and clean rooms, especially with the ocean view balconies. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, making my stay enjoyable. However, the location wasn't the best, as it was a bit busy, and the dining experience had room for improvement. Overall, the hotel provided good value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were huge, clean, and had a fantastic ocean view balcony.
Service
10.0
The staff were wonderful and friendly, always happy to assist.
Location
6.0
Although the location was near the beach, it did feel busy and could leave a lot to be desired.
Dining
7.0
The dining was fine but had a strange atmosphere; the breakfast selection was decent but could be more varied.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had nice facilities that were well-maintained, although nothing stood out as luxurious.
Steven
United States of America, December  2024
8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel with an amazing ocean view and spacious rooms. The service was really attentive and professional, making me feel well taken care of throughout my stay. The location is perfect, just a short walk to the beach. I enjoyed the delicious dining options, although there could be a bit more variety. Overall, it offered great value for money, but one of the staff members wasn’t as friendly as the rest.

Rooms
10.0
The room was huge, featuring a king-size bed and a lovely balcony with an ocean view, making my stay really comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was very attentive and professional, always helpful, especially during the Ironman competition with early breakfast options at 4 am.
Location
10.0
The hotel is conveniently located just a block away from La Playa Murcielago, in a great area close to the center of Manta.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was amazing with a huge selection of fresh fruits and delicious dishes for both breakfast and dinner, at a reasonable price.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had beautiful enchanting gardens that offered private areas to escape to, enhancing the tranquility of my stay.
Red
United States of America, December  2024
7.8/10

The hotel had a breathtaking location with a sea view, and my room was spacious and comfortable, complete with two balconies. The staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating, making my stay even better. Unfortunately, the dining experience fell short compared to the rest of my stay. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, but the restaurant could use some improvements.

Rooms
9.0
The room was very well appointed, spacious, and clean, featuring two balconies since I had a corner room.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and accommodating, always available to help with anything I needed.
Location
8.0
The location was spectacular with a beautiful sea view, although it was not very walkable and there was some noise from the street below.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was nice but needs an upgrade; I expected more variety and higher quality.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good, but the dining aspect was certainly where I hoped for a bit more.
Edward
United States of America, November  2024
8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The location is fantastic, just a short walk from the beach and great local restaurants. My room was spacious and beautifully decorated, offering a tropical feel. The staff was friendly and offered solid support, but I felt they could have shared more about local activities. Overall, it was a good value for the money, even if a couple of things could be improved.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were large and tastefully decorated, with beautiful balconies that added to the tropical atmosphere.
Service
7.0
The staff was very helpful and friendly, and they were great at recommending things to do, although they didn't have many ideas for local fun activities.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a great area, very safe and just a 5-minute walk to the beach and delicious local restaurants that serve traditional seafood.
Dining
9.0
The dining options were outstanding, with a huge variety of dishes and the best fresh fruit juices available.
Facilities
8.0
The amenities were solid and contributed to a comfortable stay, especially the pool area.
David
United States of America, November  2024
9.2/10

I had a great experience at this hotel! The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-appointed, making for a comfortable stay. The location is perfect, just a short walk to the beach and local restaurants. The service was friendly and accommodating, especially for early risers like me. However, the dining options could use some improvement, as I found the breakfast a bit lacking. Overall, it's a solid choice for a beach getaway at a reasonable price.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and very well-appointed with a nice balcony and fridge.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating, ready to help even with early breakfast requests.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in an ideal location, just a quick 5-minute walk to the beach and near great local restaurants.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast could use some variety, but dinner options were quite good and reasonably priced.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel has nice amenities, although I didn't get a chance to explore them all.
Catherine
United States of America, October  2024
8.4/10

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel! The location couldn't be better, just a short walk from the beautiful La Playa Murcielago beach. The rooms were spacious and offered a stunning ocean view, which made my stay even more special. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, making me feel very welcome. One downside was the dining atmosphere, which felt a bit strange at times, but the food was fantastic and well-priced.

Rooms
8.0
The room was huge with a king-size bed and a lovely balcony overlooking the ocean. It was very clean and a nice size, but there were a few openings that let in noise, making it hard to sleep with the AC on.
Service
9.0
The staff was all very friendly and always attentive to my needs. They went out of their way to accommodate me, which I really appreciated.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was excellent, being only a block away from the beach. It was also conveniently close to local stores and restaurants, making it a perfect base for exploring.
Dining
7.0
While the dining atmosphere was a bit off, the breakfast spread was amazing! They had a great selection of fresh fruits, cereals, and delicious cooked options. Dinner was also very good and reasonably priced.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained, and I enjoyed the pool area. It added to the overall relaxing vibe of my stay.
Jennifer
United States of America, October  2024
8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, which boasts a great location just a few minutes' walk from the beach and some amazing local restaurants. The rooms were spacious and very clean, making for a comfortable retreat. The service was friendly and helpful, although I did encounter a bit of rudeness from the restaurant manager. Overall, the dining options were varied and enjoyable, but it's worth noting that Wi-Fi wasn't included, which was a bit of a letdown.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very clean, comfortable, and welcoming with plenty of space for my needs, especially since I had a corner room with two balconies.
Service
8.0
Most of the staff were friendly and very helpful, accommodating all my requests, even offering transportation to nearby attractions.
Location
10.0
The location is perfect, just a five-minute walk to the beach and close to great local restaurants serving delicious seafood and Ecuadorian dishes.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good with a great variety of options available each day, although there could be improvements in some areas.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel features a lovely pool area that was well-maintained and enjoyable.
Mary
United States of America, October  2024
8.2/10

I recently stayed at a lovely hotel that was big on comfort and cleanliness. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the beach and local eateries. The staff was friendly and incredibly helpful, especially considering the busy Ironman event going on during my visit. On the flip side, the dining experience was a bit constrained with limited breakfast options, and there were some hiccups with service from the restaurant manager. Overall, I felt it was a good value for the price I paid.

Rooms
9.0
The room I stayed in was spacious, bright, and clean, with great air-conditioning that kept me comfortable throughout my visit.
Service
8.0
The staff was incredibly polite and helpful, especially during the busy Ironman competition when they accommodated early breakfast times.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated just a five-minute walk from the beach and surrounded by fantastic local restaurants that serve amazing seafood.
Dining
6.0
While the breakfast spread was decent, I felt it could offer more variety. Dinner was good, but I would have liked the breakfast selections to be a bit broader.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities here are well-kept and offer a nice swimming pool area; however, I didn't get to explore everything during my stay.
Frank
United States of America, October  2024
9.8/10

I had a great stay at this hotel! It was conveniently located near the beach and some fantastic local restaurants, making it easy to explore. The rooms were nice and clean, and the staff went above and beyond to make my experience memorable. However, the lack of a nice view from the room was a bit disappointing. Overall, it was a good value for money.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were nice and clean, but unfortunately, they didn’t offer a pleasant view.
Service
10.0
Service here was excellent and friendly, truly going beyond what I expected during my stay in Ecuador.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, just a 5-minute walk to the beach and surrounded by local restaurants serving delicious seafood.
Dining
8.0
Dining was enjoyable with a good buffet included, offering a variety of options daily.
Facilities
8.0
I really liked the gym and swimming pool, both of which were well-maintained.
Ted
United States of America, October  2024
9.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the location is fantastic, just steps from the beach and local restaurants, the rooms left a bit to be desired in terms of comfort due to noise issues. The staff was quite friendly and helpful, but there was a lack of ideas about activities in Manta. Overall, it’s a decent choice if you prioritize location over some comfort aspects.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were generally clean, but mine was quite noisy due to an air conditioning unit located right above the bed, making it difficult to sleep comfortably. I would rate the rooms a 6 out of 10.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and accommodating, especially Lissette who had a fantastic attitude. However, I found that the staff didn't have many suggestions for fun activities in the area, which was a bit disappointing. I’d give the service a 7 out of 10.
Location
9.0
The location is stellar, just a five-minute walk from the beach with access to great local restaurants offering delicious seafood. I felt very safe in the area, rating the location a solid 9 out of 10.
Dining
9.0
The breakfast at the El Faro restaurant was one of the best I've had at hotels; the food was scrumptious. I’d rate the dining experience a 9 out of 10.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great amenities including a well-maintained pool area, but it could use a bit more on the comfort side in the rooms. I’d give the facilities an 8 out of 10.
John
United States of America, September  2024
8.2/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, which offered spacious and clean rooms with a beautiful sea view. The staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating, going out of their way to ensure our comfort. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the beach and local shops. However, I found the dining options could have been better, particularly at breakfast, and the pool area felt a bit crowded at times.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were huge, clean, and incredibly comfortable, featuring a lovely beach view balcony that made my mornings delightful.
Service
9.0
The staff was always friendly and attentive to our needs, making our stay even more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The location was excellent, conveniently close to the beach and local restaurants, making it easy to explore the area.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent, but breakfast could have had more variety to choose from.
Facilities
7.0
The pool area was nice but occasionally felt overcrowded, which detracted from the experience.
Janet
United States of America, September  2024
9.4/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The location is perfect, just a quick walk from the beach and nearby restaurants. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. The breakfast was decent, but I feel there could be more variety. Overall, it’s a great place with good value for money, though the dining options could be a bit more exciting.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a cozy space to relax.
Service
10.0
The staff was incredibly helpful and polite throughout my stay. They always greeted us with a smile.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a fantastic location, just a five-minute walk from the beach and close to local shops and restaurants serving delicious Ecuadorian dishes.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was good with a nice selection of fresh fruits and breads, but I wish there were more options to choose from.
Facilities
9.0
The pool area was clean and well-maintained, perfect for a refreshing dip after a day at the beach.
Scott
United States of America, September  2024
8.6/10

The hotel has some great features, particularly its friendly staff and clean, comfortable rooms. The location is also excellent, just a short walk from the beach and local restaurants. However, the rooms were a bit noisy due to an air conditioning unit right above the bed, which made it hard to sleep. Overall, it's a good value for money, but there are a few things that could be improved for a better stay.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, but the air conditioning unit was too noisy and made it difficult to keep it on while trying to sleep.
Service
10.0
The service was exceptional, with friendly and patient staff who went above and beyond to help during my stay.
Location
9.0
The location is just a 5-minute walk from the beach, which is fantastic, and there are great local restaurants nearby that serve delicious Ecuadorian dishes.
Dining
9.0
The breakfast was amazing, offering a great selection of fresh fruits and local dishes, while dinner options were also reasonably priced and very good.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were nice, especially the pool area, which was well-maintained and enjoyable.
Claude
United States of America, September  2024
8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, located just a block away from the beautiful beach. The rooms were spacious and clean, creating a very comfortable atmosphere. The staff was friendly and accommodating, which made my experience enjoyable. On the downside, the restaurant service had its moments, particularly with a rude manager, which was a bit disappointing given the otherwise positive interactions. Overall, I found great value for the price I paid.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and very clean.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and attentive, although there was a rude restaurant manager.
Location
9.0
The hotel is just a quick 5-minute walk from the beach and nearby some fantastic restaurants serving local food.
Dining
7.0
Dining options were good, with a great breakfast selection, but the service could be improved.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had nice amenities and the pool area was enjoyable.
Michael
United States of America, August  2024
8.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and met all my needs, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. However, the location wasn't very appealing and felt a bit unsafe to walk around. On the bright side, the dining experience was superb with plenty of delicious options that varied each day, making it great value for money.

Rooms
8.0
The hotel has two different areas with more than enough space for my needs, making the stay quite comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent; the staff was very polite and helpful, accommodating everything we asked for.
Location
6.0
The location was a 5-minute walk from the beach and nice local restaurants, but it had some areas that didn't feel safe to walk in.
Dining
10.0
The dining experience was fantastic! There was a huge spread of varying dishes from day to day, including fresh fruit juices, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well maintained; I particularly liked the pool area which added to the overall experience.
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